Arron Ryan, father of Aaron O Neill, of Birchwood Heights, Springfield, Tallaght, Dublin pictured leaving the Four Courts yesterday(Fri) after a High Court action taken on behalf of Aaron O Neill. Photo: Collins Courts

The boy, who is now aged 11 years, was struck in the mouth with a gun by another child as they played in the Quasar area during a school trip to the centre, it was claimed.

It was also claimed there was an alleged failure to supervise the premises adequately so as to avoid the incident complained of and an alleged failure to take reasonable care so as to ensure the boy did not suffer injury while attending the quasar area of the premises.

All the claims were denied.

Counsel told Mr Justice Kevin Cross Aaron was a bright sociable lad who had suffered some pain after the accident. Mr Justice Cross approved the settlement and wished the boy well.